
Shaadie Clayton-Johnson brings burst, versatility, and big-play utility to SMU
In the 2025 season, Shaadie Clayton-Johnson has been a compact, efficient back for SMU, producing 88 rushing yards on 12 carries with 2 touchdowns and a 7.3 yards-per-carry average, plus 20 receiving yards on 3 catches[1][2]. At 6-foot-1 and 204 pounds, he offers a leaner, versatile profile: he can run with pop, catch the ball, and has value on special teams from his Tulane résumé, where he also handled kick returns[1][3]. The fit? He’s the kind of back who can punish light boxes and add juice without demanding a feature workload[2][3].







